Santiago & Treasures of Easter Island

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to Santiago Airport for the next part of your adventure! Arrive at Easter Island, and be met by a representative who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. After check-in, enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your leisure. Overnight stay on Easter Island. 

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we embark on a full-day tour of this magical island, following the footsteps of the island's first king, Ariki Hotu Matua. We’ll visit several archeological sites, starting with Akahanga, Rano Raraku, and Ahu Tongariki, which are central to Rapa Nui culture, before breaking for lunch.

Next, we’ll explore Vaihu, an interpretative Rapa Nui village featuring traditional houses, ovens, and chicken coops from ancient times. We’ll then visit Ahu Akahanga, which has a platform with 12 moai statues and an unrestored village. Continuing on, we’ll head to Ahu Tongariki, renowned for its 15 restored moai statues. At the Rano Raraku volcano, we’ll hike for an hour to see over 400 moai in various stages of carving, learning about their history and feeling the energy of the place. The tour will conclude at Anakena Beach, believed to be where the first king of Easter Island landed. Enjoy free time to relax on the white sand and swim in the clear water. Overnight stay on Easter Island.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will visit Ahu Vinapu to see the Ahu Tahira wall, which resembles Incan walls, and a red scoria moai that might represent a two-headed woman. Next, we’ll climb to Volcano Rano Kau, home to the island's largest and most beautiful crater, offering stunning views that make you feel at the center of the world. At the ceremonial village of Orongo, we’ll explore the Birdman Competition, a tradition lasting until 1864, where participants would travel to the islet of Motu Nui in search of the Manutara bird’s egg to be declared leaders. Back in town, enjoy a beautiful sunset either in front of Ahu Tahai or by the sea. Why not take advantage of a free afternoon by going on an optional excursion to Ahu Akivi?* Overnight stay on Easter Island.

*Optional Ahu Akivi excursion: Visit Ahu Tahai, which features three restored platforms and is notable for being the only place with a moai that has eyes made of white coral. Then, continue to Ahu Akivi, an impressive archaeological site where you can see seven moais facing the sea, an unusual and fascinating detail. Afterward, head to Puna Pau, the crater of a volcano where the "Pukao," or moai hats, were carved, and learn about their significance and the crafting process.

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's already time to leave this incredible island. At the agreed time, the transfer will take you to the airport to board your flight back to the capital. Overnight stay in Santiago de Chile.